SaulGoodman

We know that all of Allen’s injuries were legit because…we just know. Allen might try for the academy award at every opportunity, but only Mahomes would have the audacity to fake or exaggerate an injury. 😆 Caliendo was the highest graded player on the team last week. Not sure they’re substantially weaker inside. And even an average LT is substantially better than an injured Wanya Morris.

Only the LT position has been bad for KC. And Wanya Morris likely won't take another snap this year. The guy they moved to LT (Thuney) literally leads the NFL in pass block win rate. I think the OL problem (going forward) might be a little overstated.

Roethlisberger once came back in the 2nd half after a high ankle sprain.

Many players have played the next game after a high ankle sprain. Sometimes they’re less effective, but many have done it. Unless they were all lying for attention too.

I haven't heard about this. If that's something that's unique to Allen....what's the reason for that? I don't see where people are getting the idea that KC's led anyone to believe it's a serious injury. Seems like they've almost gone out of their way to indicate the opposite. Reid even said he'd have gone back into the game if it were the playoffs. It's the media that's going crazy over this and saying they should sit him.

I don't have a strong opinion for either yet. I think HFA is going to be huge this year. After toying with the ESPN Playoff Machine, I think Minnesota actually has a solid chance to steal the 1 seed in the NFC. Wouldn't be surprised to see them in the SB if that happens, but as of now I'm leaning Eagles. I think Baltimore should worry either team. Their defense has improved. Buffalo might be the better team, but they clearly don't match up well. I'm sure they'd fare better at home, but it might take 40 pts to get the W. Another thing I noticed while toying with the playoff machine is it seems like Baltimore and Buffalo are on a collision course. If KC takes the 1 seed, Baltimore will most likely be the 3. And if KC falls to the 2, Baltimore is most likely the 5. It's hard to predict what KC's going to look like. Adding Hollywood to the mix, and hopefully a better LT situation, could have a big impact. I think they'll look to involve Hopkins more and increase his snap count. And I expect Mahomes and Kelce to have a different level of focus and intensity than we sometimes see in the regular season. Defensively, I still worry about DB depth. If Watson isn't able to return, I won't feel very comfortable with being tasked to stop Allen or other top QBs. This is a tired team that needs rest. If they get the bye, and especially if they're able to rest starters in Week 18, I like their chances. If they have to go on the road again with no bye, I won't be nearly as confident. I think the plan is to start Humphries at LT. He's dealing with a minor injury but should be good to go soon. Thuney will be the "break glass when needed" option. I don't think they'll allow Morris to take any snaps in the playoffs. Hope not, anyway. I wanted KC to draft Kincaid, so I'm pretty high on him. He could be the best TE in the league soon, although Bowers might have something to say about that.

On paper, Brown/Hopkins/Worthy/Smith-Schuster is much better than what they had the last few years. But that's assuming that Hollywood is in game shape and up to speed. It's hard to say what they'll do in the offseason, with Rice potentially missing half the season next year. I'm sure they'll take a look at Higgins if they can afford him.

Both players are competitive and will play through pain. But you're comparing completely different injuries. If Allen had a high ankle sprain, I'm pretty sure he'd have a limp. And not one of you would accuse him of acting.

I'm not sure why you'd respect flopping to draw an undeserved penalty more than limping with a high ankle sprain. You said your coaches wouldn't let you play for two weeks minimum with the same injury. Yet it's an act to show any signs of pain or hindrance? Did you limp at all after your high ankle sprain? Seems contradictory to criticize the coaching staff for playing him, while at the same time criticizing the player for showing any visible signs of pain. This is the same player who tried to re-enter the game after dislocating his knee in Denver. Is it possible that he's a fairly tough player who's highly competitive and willing to play through pain?

I've seen Allen create contact with a defender and then throw himself backward like he was hit by a Mack truck. I'm not sure he'd be above "gimping around." Have you ever had a high ankle sprain? In any case, I have no idea what there is to criticize in this situation. I doubt that anyone on this board would've walked with no limp after that play. Mahomes leaves the field, tries to return, but they shut him down because they felt they had the game in hand. In postgame, Reid tells the media that he probably would've gone back in if it were a playoff game. After tests, they announce that it's a mild sprain, and Mahomes himself says it's less severe than the last ankle injury and that he plans to play. Then practices in full. Somehow, opposing fans interpret this as "hyping up" the injury.

I don’t consistently chastise anybody. The number of posters rooting for injury just seems excessive. The only O-lineman who is grossly incompetent is Wanya Morris, and I don’t expect him to see another snap.

Lot of classy comments here. And you guys knock KC fans? I don’t see any of them wishing injury upon Allen. I fear for the mental health of Bills Mafia if KC threepeats.

Mahomes apparently needs to refine his acting skills, since every Bills fan sees through his ruse. Maybe he needs some tutelage from this guy: https://x.com/outbreezyWC/status/1865888922808775103 https://x.com/CYJpod/status/1701766916736475180 😆

Except…they’re not hyping it up as serious. No one is, including Mahomes. They’ve called it a mild sprain. Where do you people get this stuff?

Their top two WRs (by far) played and put up 165 yds. They did that with significant injuries? Besides, Mahomes has played well in back to back postseasons despite crappy WRs AND weak tackles. Comparing yardage when there’s a huge disparity in passing/rushing attempts, but not when they’re close (13 seconds) is slightly biased. You really can’t make a great case that Allen outplayed him last year (especially when you factor in the fumble on the last drive) or in 2020. You can make a case that Allen outplayed him in the 13 seconds game, but since the numbers are so close, I think Mahomes deserves the nod for a few reasons. 1) He was facing the #1 rated defense. 2) KC’s DBs repeatedly blew coverage or fell down, leaving receivers wide open at the worst possible moments. Allen is playing better than Mahomes right now, but it’s a stretch to say he’s played better in the postseason. We’ll see what happens this year. I didn’t imply that he hasn’t played well in the postseason. I was just pointing out that this happens pretty much every year. Fans/media hype the Bills and say they’re unstoppable, largely based on blowing out inferior teams. It’s possible that the Bills’ offense is better than ever right now, but their defense looks to be much worse than usual. We’ll see how it shakes out.

What is this gibberish? Who is saying the team will "eat" without him, and why should I care?

"Most thought." That could mean two of the three pundits you happened to listen to. Last postseason, Mahomes completed 74% of his passes with a 9.3 average. Allen completed 67% with an average of 4.8. QBR 91.5 vs 66. Allen had fewer passing yds despite 16 more attempts. In the 13 seconds game, Mahomes totaled 447 yds. Allen had 397 on about the same number of throws/rushes. Both had 4 TDs. Mahomes the higher QBR. And Mahomes clearly had a better game in the 2020 AFCC.

Lol. Did you happen to see the play? Frankly, I'm shocked that it's not more serious than they're claiming. And if it were manufactured, why would he downplay the severity publicly?

I hope you've realized that Collinsworth's schtick is hyping every single player that he covers. And you can easily make the case that Mahomes has outplayed Allen in every playoff game.

“Gee, we’re only 13-1 and leading this game by two TDs. I’d better start limping around to give myself an excuse for this!”

Do they give trophies for “almost won?” I’ll bet he’s ashamed that he didn’t blow out a much more talented team while injured.

I’m not sure what my alleged credibility has to do with anything. How was Mahomes outplayed in those playoff games?

LMAO Mediocre QBs could probably do fine in Brady’s offense, and with that protection. Mediocre QBs would do nothing with the protection Mahomes has had so far. He won a SB on one leg, with poor WRs and tackles. I don’t think he cares if pundits have short memories.

Based on what? You guys apparently think it’s going to trigger me that Bills fans think Allen is better. Lol. What else would I expect? At the end of the day, I couldn’t care less how people want to rank them. I’m a Chiefs fan; not a quarterback groupie.